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Then modern researchers examined how the brain reacts to facial expressions, and how babies copy facial and hand gestures. And scientists have also realized the complexity of body language.

Much research has suggested that body language is often hard to interpret, or understand. But for years some advisers and experts have been using their knowledge in many practical areas.

"I help people influence and persuade others around how trustworthy and credible (可信的) their message is by helping them with their specific nonverbal communication," said Mark Bowden. He is the author of "Winning Body Language", a guide for readers including business people and famous people. He focuses on where a person faces their body and how much space they take up, as well as their gestures.

Some experts also say they can use those signals to interpret hidden emotions. Joe Navarro is the author of "What Every Body Is Saying." It is a book about reading a person's mind from their nonverbal behavior. It's easy to spot a speaker's lip movements when he faces a question he doesn't like, Joe said.

While the work of these experts attracts large audiences, many scientists are unsure whether their methods are reliable. "Our facial expressions show certain types of emotional states," Matsumoto said. So do some body movements. But "people do all kinds of things with their bodies," he said. Your raised eyebrow could express doubt — but it might also signal discomfort or surprise. The same hand gesture could mean different things in different cultures, he said.

Since technology tends to be expensive at first, restaurants and other businesses are the first to adopt AI kitchen technologies. Over time, prices are likely to fall, making these technologies accessible to the home market and potentially changing how homes and society function.

The benefits of AI kitchens include enabling cooks to avoid boring tasks, such as peeling potatoes or standing at a workstation for hours. It can free up time, allowing people to focus on more important tasks. For personalized eating, AI can fit countless special diets and tastes on demand.

However, there are risks to human well-being. Cooking is a good activity which helps with communication and self-expression, but these benefits can be decreased if the human element becomes unnecessary. In this way, family relationships might suffer without the cooperative kitchen environment.

Furthermore, the kitchen serves as a science laboratory in the household, playing an important role in science education. The art of cooking helps kids to learn about materials, chemistry and problem-solving.

Cultural risks must also be considered. For example, AI could mess up traditional recipes and methods, as it often stereotypes (把……模式化) or oversimplifies cultural details. This may result in AI and robot cooks producing less diverse dishes. Relying too heavily on technology in meal creation may result in a lack of variety, leading to the sameness in taste. This is similar to the strikingly similar appearance of AI-generated art images across different apps.

Convenience can come at a great cost, so it's important to consider the possible social disruptions (扰乱) that new technologies might bring, especially in areas like food that are closely tied to our everyday lives.

Elyn has lived in China for over three decades, during which time her affection for this land has grown immeasurably. In 2015, she and her husband embarked on a meaningful journey to explore the rich history and culture of Kuliang, a famous summer resort in Fuzhou that has long been a favored destination for foreigners, including numerous Americans. Since the 1880s, these foreign residents have coexisted harmoniously with the local Chinese community.

The following year, Elyn took significant steps to promote Kuliang's heritage. She launched an English website dedicated to the history and charm of Kuliang and established the "Kuliang Friends" group in the USA. The members of this group trace their roots to doctors, technicians, missionaries, and traders who once called Kuliang home. Today, with a membership exceeding 50, the group has become an essential driving force behind non-governmental friendly exchanges between China and the USA.

Over the years, Elyn has continued her commitment to spreading the story of Kuliang. Currently, she is writing a book on these tales. She hopes these touching and heart-warming stories will offer a fresh perspective on mutual understanding and foster a deeper friendship between the people of the United States and China. At a reunion, Elyn MacInnis remarked, "The future, our future, our friendship and cooperation can be made of many small things that happen each day, and with the Kuliang spirit of peace, friendship, and love, with sensitivity and respect, small actions can build a better future."

Elyn's unshakable dedication to cultural exchanges and historical preservation has not gone unnoticed. In 2018, she was granted with the prestigious "Jiangsu Friendship Award". In 2024, she was honored as one of the "Touching China 2023 Personages," a national-levelaccoladethat highlights her outstanding contributions to cultural exchanges and historical research.

My Life: An Illustrated Biography by A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

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A. P. J. Abdul Kalam's inspiring autobiography shares his journey from humble beginnings to becoming India's ‘People's President' and a leading scientist. Readers find his story motivational, especially for young ambitious scientists.

2 Key Takeaways:

●Dream Big: From Humble Beginnings to Space Pioneer.

●Embrace Opportunities and Lifelong Learning.

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Benjamin Franklin: An American Life by Walter Isaacson

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In this engaging biography, Walter Isaacson brings to life Benjamin Franklin, a multi-talented person whose contributions to science, politics, and society shaped America. Readers praise the book for its thorough research and balanced portrayal of Franklin's complexities.

2 Key Takeaways:

●Franklin's early life shaped his character and values.

●Franklin's scientific pursuits revolutionized our understanding of electricity.

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Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson

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Walter Isaacson's biography of Steve Jobs offers a rare look at the life of the Apple co-founder, detailing his genius, shortcomings, and the innovations that transformed technology. With over a million ratings, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of science and entrepreneurship.

2 Key Takeaways:

●Passion for perfection and design drove Apple's innovative product development.

●Jobs's complex personality shaped his management style and company culture.

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Marie Curie: A Life of Discovery and Dedication by Susan Quinn

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In this captivating biography, Susan Quinn brings to life the extraordinary journey of Marie Curie, a pioneering scientist whose groundbreaking discoveries in radioactivity reshaped the world of science.

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●Marie Curie's early life and education laid the foundation for her groundbreaking career.

●Her discoveries of polonium and radium revolutionized the understanding of atomic structure and led to significant advancements in medicine.

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One sunny morning, the sky was a brilliant expanse of blue, dotted with a few fluffy white clouds. Little Tim, his eyes shining with anticipation and joy, skipped merrily to the park with his father. Clutched tightly in his small hands was a brand-new kite — a real work of art. The kite's frame was made of lightweight bamboo and its surface was painted with vivid colors of red, yellow and blue that seemed to dance in the sunlight. A long, flowing tail made of delicate ribbons drifted gently in the soft breeze. "What a fine-looking kite!" Tim exclaimed as he took a closer look, bubbling with excitement about the upcoming kite-flying adventure.

When they reached a wide-open space in the park, Tim could barely contain his eagerness to unfurl (展开) the kite string. His father took the kite, his large hands gripping it firmly, positioning it perfectly to catch the wind. "Alright, Tim, run!" he called out, his voice spirited and encouraging. With a deep breath, Tim began to sprint across the field, his small feet pounding rhythmically on the grassy ground, each step kicking up tiny blades of grass.

Slowly but surely, the kite caught the wind and began to rise, much like a hesitant bird taking its first flight. "Great job, Tim! Keep going! You've got it now!" Father's proud voice carried across the open space, filling Tim with confidence.

Tim's face flushed with exhilaration as he ran, his laughter mingling with the sounds of nature around him. His gaze was fixed on the kite as it soared higher into the sky, the string slipping smoothly through his fingers. Lost in the magical moment, his senses dulled to everything else; all that mattered was the connection between him and the kite.

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Unluckily, a small, sharp branch was sticking out from a nearby tree.

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As Tim desperately tried to piece together the torn kite, a comforting hand patted his back.

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Porcelain (瓷器) is undoubtedly one of China's most remarkable inventions and a symbol of China that shines brightly on the international stage. (it) origin can be traced back to the evolution glazed pottery (釉陶) to protoporcelain, and eventually becomes it is now. The earliest signs of porcelain emerged in the Shang Dynasty. After undergoing continuous improvement in technology, porcelain stepped into the stage of (mature).

As early as the Tang Dynasty, porcelain exports along the Silk Road and sea routes reached distant lands like Europe and the Middle East. These art pieces (prize) for their beauty, durability, and unique qualities. French King Louis XIV even established a special room in the Palace of Versailles (display) Chinese porcelain. Fascinated by its charm, Europeans began to imitate and innovate, in turn gave rise to the combination of different artistic styles.

Today, porcelain's influence continues. Museums worldwide display antique and contemporary pieces, (highlight) their historical and artistic significance. Contemporary artists find inspiration in traditional porcelain and integrate it into modern contexts. Porcelain is not merely an art form, a powerful tool for cross-cultural communication. Through its unique designs and (globe) reach, porcelain brings people together, fostering understanding and appreciation of diverse cultures.

Having recently returned from a family vacation on the Bog Island, Hawaii, Ami and her husband were watching the devastation of the Lahain a2 on television when their son, Edison, asked them to turn it off because it was too3. But later, Edison kept asking about the fires and he wanted to know if that4 kids there didn't have toys or even a bed.

The couple hadn't5 the 5-year-old could become so emotionally6 to a disaster so far away and seen only on TV. So they decided to take the time to make a7 out of it and explained what had happened. Edison8 wanted to help and suggested9 a lemonade stand like he saw once in Colorado. His parents thought it a great idea, and10 up on lemonade, ice cream sandwiches, candy, as well as sparkling water. They soon collected an abundance of supplies.

The hard opening came on a busy Seattle street, where the response was absolutely a high profile —11 the family. Even though the lemonade was 1 dollar each, drivers voluntarily paid 5, 10, or 20 dollars with instructions to donate the12. Meanwhile, the couple created ways to donate online. After a week, the family had $17,000 to13 to Lahaina.

"I thought maybe we could only raise $100 and didn't know people would be so14,"said Ami. The family thanked the neighbors and the complete strangers who15 their efforts to provide relief to Hawaii.

But the rule just doesn't help when you're trying to network as a grownup. I'm hoping this post will give you a few ideas.

Bear in mind that you are allowed to talk to strangers at networking events — in fact, you're meant to. I like to think of it like being on a cruise ship where it's almost impolite not to say hello to the passengers around you. You are all there to meet and talk to each other. You are all strangers to each other. You are all there to make the best of the event.

So the first obstacle is your approach and it starts with looking around for someone to meet, making eye contact and then offering a smile. Smiling is the easiest thing to do, but so hard for so many people. However, when breaking the ice, smiling is all-important. Test this for yourself; generally if you smile at people, they will smile back even if they don't mean to.

This isn't personal. Just say, "Have a nice day/evening and take care." Let them go, and move forward. Exchange cards so you can connect with them later. Shake hands at the beginning or end of the interaction, depending on what feels natural.

A. People mirror smiles.

B. Offering instructions is my favorite opener.

C. As children, our parents drum that rule into our minds.

D. Smiling helps shorten the distance and build better relationships.

E. Remember, you have plenty in common with your fellow networkers.

F. So, how do you talk to strangers at an event when you' re there on your own?

G. Sometimes, you'll come across people who may not be in the mood to converse.

In this fast-paced, competitive society, most people would want to strive for excellence, to be the best they can be. There is nothing wrong with this. However, there are certain individuals who take it a step further and make it their personal motto to exhibit their one-upmanship (胜人一筹) against anyone whose views differ from theirs. They believe intensely that their values and their knowledge are flawless. Often such people will out-talk those who disagree with them. While they may have seemingly won the argument, is there any real meaning to this? Both parties are likely todig their heels in and unlikely to admit they are wrong, until one side gives in or gives up.

In contrast, I believe it is far more important to be kind than right. Even if we know we are right, we do not have to press our views on others. We should in fact listen more, and learn to appreciate viewpoints that are different from ours. As the famed American educator Stephen Covey once said, "Seek first to understand, then be understood." Often, we listen not to understand but to contradict the other person. In an argument with someone, we do not even listen to what the other person has to say because while they talk, we are already mentally trying to find ways to shoot down their ideas. It would be far better to silence our minds and to actually pay attention to what the other person is saying.

Moreover, the insistence on being right all the time comes with its own extra damage — human relationships are hurt in the process. To prove we are right, we become judgmental. We consider the other person to be less worthy because they are "wrong". To be right means we put ourselves in the front and center of the relationship, ignoring the feelings of the other party. Friendships and even family relationships become tense just for the sake of winning the argument, when love and empathy would have worked better to ease the tension.

The theory about left and right brains emerged from work that started in the 1950s. Roger Sperry, a neuroscientist at the California Institute of Technology in Pasadena, got curious about how the two sides of the brain interacted. Through many "split-brain" experiments, he found that the ability to use and understand language is based on the left half. Sperry's research changed how we thought our brain worked. But the idea of right-versus-left brain skills also caught people's imaginations. An article based on Sperry's work claimed that skills such as musical ability were controlled entirely by the right brain. In this way, important research gave way to assumption. In fact, this early research had one huge limitation: Scientists back then had no way to look inside a living brain.

Now, researchers have several tools that can image the working brain. One is magnetic resonance imaging, or MRI. It can track blood flow in the brain. Active brain cells need lots of oxygen, which is carried by blood. So high levels of blood flow are used to locate regions where the brain is active. In 2013, researchers used MRI to scan the brains of more than 1,000 kids and young adults. They measured whether some brain functions seemed isolated to the left or right sides. And a few functions were tied more strongly to one side, these scans showed. Among them was language, which supported Sperry's findings from decades earlier. But most brain networks bounced between both halves.

"That disproved the idea that only the right half is at work when you perform music or create art. Activity is very, very distributed because both sides of the brain have a lot to offer," says Diana Sarko, a researcher at Southern Illinois University. The theory that one side of the brain can control general traits like creativity or logic is out of date. Brain imaging shows that everything is interconnected.

Chava spent the next few months in hospital. Although she could breathe on her own after treatment, she was left paralyzed from the neck down. When she was nine, she was thrilled that she got the chance to go to school. However, it turned out that she was in a single room with a group of kids who all had mobility impairment. Some of those kids were also intellectually disabled. They weren't even allowed to eat lunch in the cafeteria.

Chava now has a communication consulting firm. She even wrote a memoir about her life, titled A Life Not with Standing. Chava became an advocate for disability rights and has dedicated her life to speaking out against discrimination of disabilities in the world. During the pandemic in 2020, Chava spent most offer time inside, starting a YouTube podcast (播客) focusing on one of her passions, music.

There has been positive feedback from listeners who have been touched and inspired by the songs discussed on the podcast. "Chava played a fabulous song called Mother by Tom Paxton. I was listening to it while driving," said Barbara Schumer, a follower of Chava's podcast. "The lyrics were about adoption and I started sobbing in the car, since I have two children I adopted at birth. I wrote to her after that, and I think she's a remarkable person."

Despite her disability, Chava said, "Having a disability is an important piece of who you are, and I'm not at all in favor of living my life as if the disability is not important. But it shouldn't be the thing that holds me back from becoming stronger."

Laguna San Rafael National Park

Located on southern Chile's Pacific coastline, Laguna San Rafael National Park is one of the most beautiful parts of the country. The park includes the Northern Patagonian Ice Field, which includes both the San Rafael and San Quintin glaciers. You'll also find Monte Sa Valentin, the highest peak in the southern Andes.

Queulat National Park

Thanks to its remote location, Queulat National Park is home to a remarkable range of untouched and unspoiled landscape. Its hanging glacier is undoubtedly the park's most impressive part, as two twinkling waterfalls made of melted ice plunge to the ground from a rocky cliff face.

Cerro Castille National Reserve

Named after the rocky peak that lies at its heart, Cerro Castille National Reserve is a wonderfully wild part of Chile to explore. The reserve protects and preserves the natural habitats of many different animals and plants. Visitors can sometimes spot South Andean deer, guanacos, and Andean condors off in the distance.

Tamango National Park Reserve

Located near the southernmost town along Chile's famous Carretera Austral, Tamango National Park Reserve boasts marvelous scenery and features water sports. You can always go kayaking, swimming, or fishing in nearby Lag o Cochrane. A boat trip along the Lago Cochrane is a fabulous way to see more incredible scenery.

Brad Montague had always believed that small acts of kindness could make a difference, but he had never imagined that those acts could ripple (扩散) into something much bigger.

It was a cold October morning, Brad visited a local homeless shelter to drop off some donations. It was a normal trip, something he had done many times before. But this time, he learned a shocking and heartbreaking truth — the shelter was running out of socks. Unlike coats or blankets, socks wore out quickly, and most people never thought to donate them. "Socks are often considered unimportant," the director had explained. "But without them, people on the streets can easily catch a cold."

Autumn had arrived in Henderson, Tennessee, bringing dry air and cooler nights. Later that evening, as Brad sat on the edge of his daughter Matilda's bed, gazing lovingly at his daughter sleeping with a stuffed rabbit in her arms, he couldn't shake off what the shelter director had said. Socks — something so simple, something most people took for granted — were a lifeline for those suffering from cold nights on the streets. Looking at Matilda's tiny feet kicking out from under the blanket, Brad was determined to make a difference.

As a writer and artist, Brad was used to solving problems with creativity. The next morning, he mentioned the issue to his volunteer friends in the community. After he shared what had happened, one friend raised his hand, "We could collect socks!" Another added, "Let's make it fun. It could be like a celebration or something." Brad's eyes lit up. "A celebration in October..." He smiled. "What about naming the activity as Socktober?" The room erupted with excitement. "Socktober!" They repeated, letting the word roll off their tongues. It was perfect. The passion had been lit, and none of them realized how big this little idea was about to become.

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With the brilliant idea in mind, they knew what they should do next.

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As Socktober continued, other people in the community also joined in.

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Ketchup, the famous tomato sauce, is one of those (product) that sound obviously American. But in fact, this common sauce has its origins in China.

Chinese people (make) sauces using fermented (发酵) meat and fish since around 300 BCE, and historians believe the first version of ketchup was a kind of sauce, made from (salt) and fermented fishes. The sauce had fallen out of favour in China by around 50 BCE with the (rise)popularity of fermented bean sauces. It was not until the 17th and 18th centuries fish sauce came back into fashion thanks to traders moving between China and Southeast Asia, it was known as kecap or ketjap. Having reached the UK with the help of British traders in Southeast Asia, the sauce was considered amazing finally became a fixed part of the boring British cuisine, like roasts and fried foods.

An important change took place in the early 19th century in the US, when Henry John Heinz began bottling tomato "ketchup", which was spelled that way (tell) it from other tomato sauce brands (品牌). From there, ketchup (true) took on a uniquely American character and began its career as not only universal sauce but a mass-produced brand-name article of trade that could last forever on the shelf.

Workers at the shelter told Richter the dog's facial problems were3 by his mother, who bit him on his head when he was 2 weeks old. He is otherwise healthy,4 the accident caused him to be blind in one eye with a crooked jaw. "I was just so head over heels in love with him that I was ready to take on anything that came with him being like that," she said. "Dogs that aren't5 also need homes."

Many people wrote comments asking the adopter to share6, so Richter decided to make an Instagram account for Brodie. It7 in no time. Brodie got popular very quickly, which was quite8, actually. Brodie had more than 1.6 million9 on Instagram and TikTok combined, and in his bio, Richter described him as "just a lively10 blind rescue pup who looks a bit like a Picasso masterpiece, where things are often a little bit11 but still beautiful." Strangers on social media12. Brodie got thousands of comments on his posts admiring his13 appearance. A recent video of Brodie eating cheese string got thousands of comments.

Richter said she hopes her posts might even help to14 some minds. "I hope that Brodie brightens their day, and that they have a little more15 and kindness towards animals and people with differences," she said. "It's okay to be different. It's okay to be imperfectly perfect."

Change your mindset. Boredom is a GOOD thing! It's the front door to a house filled with exciting discoveries and creative play. Having a life with space for boredom is a gift, which means your child will get to exercise their mind in new ways.

Everyone will get bored. Since you know it's going to happen, have some ideas on hand for those times when boredom sets in. Every few months, make a list of things to do with you kids, like working on a jigsaw puzzle or listening to an audiobook. It makes managing boredom less stressful for everyone.

Less is more when it comes to toys. Often, we hope that a large playroom or closet filled with toys will keep boredom at bay. Too many choices and too much stuff can confuse kids. Simplifying lets kids get into their imaginary worlds instead of depending on toys to do the work for them.

Keep a pile of books available. If you're hoping that boredom will encourage your children to pick up a book,keeping various reading materials on hand is a must. Books are the best boredom busters, so make sure to have several age-appropriate options for each child, allowing them to find one that truly engages them.

A. Plan for boredom.

B. Give them a challenge.

C. But usually, the opposite is true.

D. And there is no better feeling than that.

E. It leaves room open for creativity and imagination.

F. Boredom is a regular part of childhood for both parents and children.

G. Give kids time to try some pages to see if one of them catches their attention.

To gather data on this question, Oliver Hauser, an economist at the University of Exeter, and Anil Doshi at University College London's School of Management invited 300 non-professional writers to write an eight-sentence story. One-third of the participants needed to generate ideas independently, while others received starter ideas from ChatGPT 4.0. The assisted group was divided into two: one received a single AI-generated idea,and the other could choose from up to five. Most importantly, both the human-only and AI-assisted groups had to write the stories themselves.

Assessed by 600 evaluators (评价者), each story were graded on "novelty" and "usefulness". Novelty reflected originality, while usefulness showed if the story was of publishable quality. According to the results, AI-assisted stories scored higher in both categories. Writers with access to one AI idea performed better, but those with five ideas saw the most improvement — about 8% more novel and 9% more useful than independent stories. But there's a plot twist: When Hauser and Doshi looked at all the stories, they found a different effect. "Generally speaking, there was a smaller diversity of novelty in the group that had AI," Hauser says.

In other words, while the chatbot enhanced creativity individually, it reduced the overall creativity of the AI-assisted group. Hauser describes this a "classic social dilemma" where individuals benefit, but the group suffers. "We do worry that, at large scale, if many people are using this... overall the diversity and creativity in the population will go down," he says.

Annalee Newitz, a science fiction author and journalist, pointed out that he wouldn't blame anyone who tried using AI to write a story. However, he thinks these tools miss the point of writing. Creative writing is "humans communicating with other humans," Newitz says. "Even if something is badly written — even if not very creative — if it's written by a human, then it's fulfilling its purpose".

Let me invite your imagination to a course in the Case Western Reserve University when we needed to do an exercise in pairs. My partner, Jeff, listened closely to me with humble curiosity. As for me, instead of appreciating his story, I judged it against mine. When someone asked how it went, I commented that Jeff's story was uninspiring — classic negative gossip, masked with politeness. The next day, when Jeff heard that I wanted to sell my work in America, he went above and beyond. He invited me to a CEO dinner, drove me through a rainstorm, and introduced me to every key player, showing pure generosity. Reflecting on this, I felt a wave of guilt. Here I was, badmouthing his story, while Jeff had been nothing but kind.

The lesson wasn't about Jeff's story needing revision; it was about my mindset. I decided never to join in negative gossip again and reverse (颠倒) it. You will never know that positivity works wonders until you try it. Researchers reveal that positive gossip boosts trust, deepens relationships, and creates an environment where information flows freely. It's like the "Easter egg", which is hidden but delightful when we hear about it.

If you want to create a culture of respect, it starts with the words you choose. Spread positivity and recognize others' strengths. What you say behind someone's back doesn't just affect them — it shapes how others will remember you.